Small businesses experienced a period of slight hiring growth in the month of September. On the surface, this is considered an encouraging sign for small business owners and job seekers. However, a recent study suggests that despite the improved hiring trends last month, it falls short of meeting the hiring success rates of the summer.
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In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness month, small businesses nationwide are doing their part to raise awareness on this disease that impacts so many women. One small business getting involved with the cause is Fifi’s Fine Resale in the Charlotte, NC area. The company is hosting several events with proceeds going to the Pretty in
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Baseball playoff excitement is spreading nationwide with the euphoria in the nation’s capital at an all-time high for Washington Nationals fans. Supporters of the club are highly confident this is the breakthrough year for the squad to win the World Series. Another byproduct for the city is the impact events of this stature have on
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Most of us wish the weekend didn’t end so abruptly because we dread Monday morning. Typically, coffee is the go-to vice for those searching for a pick-me-up to get through the day. Today, coffee lovers of the world can rejoice, and have a reason to indulge in a few extra cups of coffee in celebration
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The 2014 Ryder Cup kicks off tomorrow in Scotland with an influx of visitors expected to touchdown in the area this weekend. Scottish tourism executives estimate that 45,000 people per day will show up to the Gleneagles Hotel (the tournament venue) to watch the three-day extravaganza. This prestigious golf tournament will generate substantial revenue for
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The life of a small business owner can be taxing. From balancing monthly budgets, to monitoring inventory, and tracking daily revenue, every decision made is critical to the company’s bottom line. Yet one of the bigger challenges for proprietors is determining how to budget the cost of paying fair wages to employees, while keeping
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Those of us in America that benefit from having a car enjoy its convenience. Sure, the concept of grabbing keys off the counter and driving seems more appealing then walking or cycling. But we rarely consider why these alternative transportation options can contribute to an improved quality of life. Fortunately, National Car-free Day (which is
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The month of September has a couple of special occasions that appeal to us. For the workers of the world clamoring for a much needed three-day weekend, it’s Labor Day. For football fans, it’s the start of The National Football League (NFL) season (a national holiday depending on who you ask). But for burger
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House Lawmakers approved a bill known as the “keep your plan” initiative as an alteration to President Obama’s health care law (The Affordable Care Act). The proposal would give insurers the opportunity to continue selling insurance group plans over the next five years that don’t fully meet the guidelines set forth by the Affordable Care
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There’s no denying that marketing is an essential component to commerce. Regardless if you’re a Fortune 500 Company or small business, the way these entities promote goods and services is vital to attracting customers. With the popularity of social media, small businesses have used this device to boost its marketing efforts. Since most consumers tend
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